In this course, you will learn about the dynamic world of robotics, which blends engineering, electronics, and computer science to create innovations that enhance our daily lives.
How to Get Into Robotics
How to Get Into Robotics
Instructors: Dr Rafael Papallas
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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Beginner level
No prior experience required
7 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
Explain the foundational aspects of robotics, covering intelligent robot components.
Learn about the challenges in specific areas such as industrial robotics and autonomous vehicles.
Name current areas of robotics application, highlighting challenges in social, legal, and ethical aspects.
Identify diverse robotics careers and understand essential skills for success.
Skills you'll gain
- Artificial Intelligence
- Data Ethics
- Electrical Engineering
- Manufacturing and Production
- Computer Programming
- Biomedical Engineering
- Automation
- Computer Vision
- Robotics
- Control Systems
- Engineering
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There are 2 modules in this course
In Week 1 you will be introduced to the subject of robotics! Specifically, Lesson 1 will define what a robot is, look at the 'attributes' of intelligent robots, and review some careers in robotics. Lesson 2 will look at some of the different industries that you might consider working in. The aim of the first week is to familiarise you with robotics and the job opportunities and industries robotics thrive in.
What's included
2 videos16 readings3 assignments3 discussion prompts
In this second week we will discuss the challenges and emerging opportunities of robotics. In particular we will discuss why robotics is hard, why the future is promising, and look at the ethical implications of robotics. Finally, we will host interviews with industry experts from Ocado Technology, the technology company behind the online grocery shop Ocado, and Shadow Robot.
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6 videos14 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt
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AL
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
High level view of the modern field of robotics. Covers the industrial and other applications of robotics, and the interdisciplinary nature of designing robots.
IH
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Thank you very much for the information's provided
YC
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2024
I am not a student major in STEM realm, but this is definitely an excellent lesson for introduction of robots.
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